Head – Direct Taxation

Purpose of the Job

The primary focus of this role is to manage all mandatory and statutory compliances, accounting, audit and litigation related to direct taxation for Alstom Group in India.

S/He works closely with internal business units, stakeholders, service providers and other tax professionals in carrying out his or her responsibilities.

Support business by advising on tax aspects so as to achieve business objectives.

Lead the Direct tax team.

Identify and evaluate Direct tax risk. Work out mitigation plans, communicate and implement the same.

Identify opportunities for tax savings and work on implementing the same.

Monitor cash taxes and optimise cash outflow.

Roles & Responsibilities

Be the single point of contact (SPOC) for all direct taxation and transfer pricing requirements with the regulatory authorities.

Time to Time Advisory on TDS/TCS/WHT/ risk of Permanent Establishment, international taxation issues, DTAA & other tax implications

Ensure compliance with all Income-tax related compliances for all Alstom Indian entities and foreign entities's tax registrations in India.

Collate data, prepare and review submissions in response to various corporate tax assessment and TP notices received

Prepare and file appeals / applications before DRP/ CIT(A) / ITAT, APA, MAP

Coordination with consultant/ legal counsels for ongoings matters before ITAT, CIT(A), DRP, High court

Preparation of Stay and rectification application

Preparation of Application and follow up for passing of appeal effect and refunds

Group Reporting, Tax Risk Management, Cash tax management, and MIS

To comply with Statutory, internal and group audits

Applying for LDC and co-ordination with Consultant

Maintain Litigation tracker and design the strategy to conclude old litigations and obtain refunds

Analysis of Group Tax and Transfer pricing policies and planning / alignment the Indian policy

Supporting Tenders and projects from Direct Tax point of view

Work closely with the organization's legal, tax and other external consultants.

Support procurement team and GFC for automation of direct tax function, implement advanced tools.

Lead the India direct tax team of Alstom and support the India Tax Director

Prepare the Direct tax calendar for the year and assist in establishing processes to comply with Direct Tax Laws.

Qualification: CA.

Experience:

12-15 years of total experience in direct taxation; preferably a mix of Big4 and industry in-house tax team experience

Exposure in corporate taxation, transfer pricing, international taxation

Working knowledge of indirect taxation and customs is preferred,

Abreast with the recent tax updates